01 September

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RG secure acquittal for their client

[vc_row triangle_shape="no"][vc_column][vc_column_text] Geo Song, working with Ayeh Nowroozi and instructing Sean Kivdeh of 187 Chambers, secured an acquittal for their client, a young Iranian woman, accused of importing class A drugs into the United Kingdom before Chelmsford Crown Court. It was the prosecution’s case that S had been working with her sister and another man to bring class A drugs into the country. S had been stopped, interrogated and arrested by Border Force Officers upon her arrival into the United Kingdom from Iran. S was accused of fraudulently importing over 12 kilograms of heroin into the country, which had been concealed in...

22 July

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Murder and Manslaughter Acquittal at the Old Bailey

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[vc_row triangle_shape="no"][vc_column][vc_column_text] Unanimous Murder and Manslaughter Acquittal at the Old Bailey Katerina Tsibouklis, Orlando Sanchez and their erstwhile colleague Noor Elbaradie, instructing Laurie-Anne Power KC and Emma Stuart-Smith of 25 Bedford Row Chambers, secured an acquittal of both murder and manslaughter for their vulnerable 16 year old client at the Old Bailey. X was a child charged in a multi-handed joint enterprise murder at the Old Bailey. He was vulnerable due to his young age and his limited command of the English language. Kat and Noor, alongside instructed counsel, worked tirelessly to defend X. Through meticulous preparation and the use of a CCTV expert, they...

15 April

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Controlling and Coercive Behaviour Acquittal

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[vc_row triangle_shape="no"][vc_column][vc_column_text] Sophia Vargas Sanchez’s client, P, was found not guilty of all four charges he was indicted on before Inner London Crown Court. P was accused of controlling and coercive behaviour across a 5-year relationship as well as threats to kill, theft and criminal damage against the complainant’s parents. Through her fluent Spanish and understanding of P’s native culture, Sophia was able to build a rapport with P that led to taking detailed instructions on the context of P’s relationship with the complainant and her parents. These proved pivotal to the defence case. This well-rounded picture allowed for essential disclosure requests which, upon...

01 April

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RG successful in defending client charged

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[vc_row triangle_shape="no"][vc_column][vc_column_text] Noor Elbaradie, instructing Ruby Selva of Garden Court Chambers, was successful in defending his client charged with rape, threats to kill, burglary and two counts of assault. Noor Elbaradie, instructing Ruby Selva of Garden Court Chambers, was successful in defending his client charged with rape, threats to kill, burglary and two counts of assault occasioning actual bodily harm (ABH). Following an 8-day trial before Chichester Crown Court, the jury returned not guilty verdicts to the counts of rape, burglary and ABH. The jury were hung on the threats to kill charge, but the Crown ultimately offered no evidence on the...

16 March

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RG Successful in appealing a conviction from the Youth Court

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[vc_row triangle_shape="no"][vc_column][vc_column_text] Noor Elbaradie, instructing Matthew Kingswell of 2BR Chambers, was successful in appealing a conviction from the Youth Court. Noor Elbaradie, instructing Matthew Kingswell, acted for B, a 17-year-old child and were successful in appealing his conviction of assault by beating. Noor and Matthew represented B in the Youth Court in February 2025 where he was convicted of one count of assault by beating. It was the prosecution’s case that B had attacked two adults whilst on his bike in Wimbledon Park. In response, one of the complainants sprayed B with UV dye. It was B’s case that he was attacked by...

18 December

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RG Secures not guilty verdicts for client

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[vc_row triangle_shape="no"][vc_column][vc_column_text] Noor Elbaradie, instructing Abigail Bache of Millenium Chambers, secures not guilty verdicts for his client charged with 7 counts of sexual activity with a child. The jury returned unanimous not guilty verdicts in less than 20 minutes. Noor Elbaradie, instructing Abigail Bache of Millenium Chambers, was successful in defending A who was charged with 7 counts of sexual activity with a child. Following a 6-day trial before Snaresbrook Crown Court, the jury returned unanimous not guilty verdicts on all counts in less than 20 minutes. It was alleged by the prosecution that A had gone to meet the complainant, took her...

22 October

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Rustem Guardian Solicitors Anniversary

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[vc_row triangle_shape="no"][vc_column][vc_column_text] Rustem Guardian recently celebrated our 20th Anniversary with an event at the One Aldwych Hotel on 22nd October 2025. The event was a huge success and we had an excellent time celebrating the firm’s achievements. We would like to thank everyone who was able to attend and celebrate this milestone, as well as those who were unable to make it but have supported Rustem Guardian throughout the years. The event marked a significant achievement for Rustem Guardian and we are grateful that so many people were able to attend, including many esteemed members of the Judiciary, King’s Counsels, Barristers, and other...

15 October

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Challenging VAT Security Notices

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[vc_row triangle_shape="no"][vc_column][vc_column_text] Challenging VAT Security Notices It is becoming increasingly common for HMRC to refer cases involving outstanding VAT to issue VAT security notices. These can be issued where the VAT sum was, or may have, become due in contravention of paragraph 4(2) of schedule 11 to the Value Added Tax Act 1994 and by virtue of Section 171(4) of the Customs and Excise Management Act. HMRC may impose a requirement that security be provided: in circumstances where a trader having no establishment in the UK fails to appoint a UK VAT agent (VATA 1994, s 48(7)); as a condition of...

04 September

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Acquittal on Eight-Count Indictment at the Old Bailey

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[vc_row triangle_shape="no"][vc_column][vc_column_text] Acquittal on Eight-Count Indictment at the Old Bailey Sophia Vargas Sanchez instructing Yimi Yangye of Rose Court Chambers, secured an acquittal for M who faced an eight-count indictment before the Central Criminal Court. M was charged with controlling and coercive behaviour, strangulation, multiple counts of assault by beating and ABH against their partner over a 6-month period. Rustem Guardian took over M’s case just 4 months before trial. With M being remanded in custody, Sophia worked within the short timeframe to ensure that instructions were complete and comprehensive in preparation for trial. A few weeks before trial, a 93,000 page+ download of M’s...

04 September

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Noor Elbaradie secures acquittal – trial for death by careless driving.

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[vc_row triangle_shape="no"][vc_column][vc_column_text] Noor Elbaradie instructing Ayanna Nelson of 7BR Chambers was successful in defending his client charged with Death by Careless Driving. The jury returned a unanimous not guilty verdict. Read the full article below: Noor Elbaradie, instructing Ayanna Nelson of 7BR Chambers, successfully defending K who was charged with causing death by careless driving. Following a 4-day trial before Basildon Crown Court, the jury returned a unanimous not guilty verdict. The offence dates back to 2022 where it was alleged that K drove carelessly therefore killing the victim who was 92 years old at the time. The offence took place in a retail...

Xin

2 months ago

Rustem guardian offered the best service that I could ever imagined from a lawyer firm. Specially thank you for solicitor Kang and solicitor Ding- they worked really hard on our case and made every effort to help us. They have been efficient and supportive from the beginning to the end, and we have achieved the best result that we didn't expect before. Will recommend them to anyone who need an reliable solicitor.

Jane Holder

I cannot thank Rustem and Guardian Solicitors enough for the support, professionalism and dedication they showed throughout my partner’s case.

Katerina Tsibouklis is exceptional and went above and beyond to support us during what was an extremely stressful and difficult time. She is extremely professional dedicated and showed genuine commitment to achieving the best possible outcome in every aspect of the case.

The teams hard work, attention to detail and determination made a huge difference.

I would highly recommend Rustem and Guardian Solicitors to anyone looking for a legal team that truly cares about their clients and will go the extra mile for them. Thank you for everything you have done.

lotus li

5 months ago

I was told that choosing Rustem Guardian Solicitors means finding the best team in the UK to help you, and my experience with them proved this to be 100% true. Their professionalism guided me through every complex step of my case, and their patience carried me through the most anxious days. Thanks to their dedication, I finally cleared my name. I cannot recommend them highly enough to anyone in need of reliable legal support abroad.

Godspower O

I would like to sincerely thank Katerina Tsibouklis and Geo Song of Rustem Guardian Solicitors & Advocates for their outstanding support.

I was recommended to the firm by a close friend when I asked for the very best legal representation in the UK—and they truly exceeded all expectations. From the moment I reached out, Geo was professional, attentive, and reassuring. She took the time to listen, understand my situation, and made me feel genuinely supported from the start.

Geo introduced me to Katerina, who took over my case and was exceptional. She acted immediately with urgency and expertise, showed real compassion, stayed highly responsive, and provided clear, strategic advice throughout.

I was falsely accused, and Katerina quickly applied for bail variation and handled everything with precision. The case was dropped with No Further Action (NFA), and I didn’t even have to attend further interview.

I felt completely supported and confident throughout. I highly recommend them to anyone needing top-tier legal representation. Katerina and Geo professionalism, dedication, and ability to deliver the best possible outcome are truly exceptional.

Mos Zoe

I cannot recommend Mr. Ding (Xiaoyong Ding 丁晓勇) from Rustem Guardian Solicitors highly enough. During one of the most stressful and challenging periods of my life, he was nothing short of exceptional — not just as a solicitor, but as someone who genuinely cared about me as a person.
There were moments when I was ready to give up entirely. Every time that happened, Mr. Ding would say to me: “Don’t give up. The outcome isn’t certain yet — we are all fighting for you.” Those words kept me going more times than I can count. He never once lost faith, even when I had lost direction of myself.
What I will never forget is how human he made the whole experience feel. He would sometimes vent alongside me about how difficult the CPS reviewing solicitor was being — and honestly, those moments made me smile. It sounds small, but it meant everything. It told me he wasn’t just going through the motions. He was genuinely invested, genuinely frustrated on my behalf, and genuinely fighting for me. He was sharp, wise, and quietly funny — like a father figure who takes your problems as seriously as his own.
His legal work was impeccable. Every document meticulously prepared, every argument airtight, every detail accounted for. He pushed CPS persistently and strategically, and in the end, the case was dismissed. But what moved me just as much was what happened after. Even when it was all over, Mr. Ding took the time to sit with me, talk with me, and make sure I was truly okay. That is not something you forget.
The firm itself, Rustem Guardian, is everything its name promises. “Rustem” draws from the legendary Persian hero Rostam — the ultimate symbol of loyalty, courage, and unwavering protection — and “Guardian” is exactly what they are. They have access to a network of top-tier barristers and leading experts, ensuring every case is backed by the very best. Mr. Timur Rustem told me from day one that Rustem Guardian will guardian your future — and they delivered on that promise completely.
Mr. Ding reminded me that the legal profession, at its best, is truly meaningful — it protects people when they need it most, and it takes real wisdom, dedication, and heart to do it well. He has all three in abundance. Having spent six to seven years as a Senior Caseworker, Mr. Ding brings an exceptional depth of hands-on experience across complex criminal cases. He is renowned for his meticulous attention to detail and uncompromising professionalism — someone who is deeply invested in every single case and never simply goes through the motions. Fluent in both Mandarin and Cantonese, and holding a Chinese legal qualification, he handles cross-border matters with ease. If the law can make this world a better place, then there is nothing more worthwhile — and Mr. Ding has shown me that it truly can. He also showed me a different possibility in life.
If you are looking for someone who will fight for your best interest, believe in you, and make sure you never feel like you are fighting alone — Mr. Ding and the team at Rustem Guardian are, without any doubt, the best decision you will ever make.
And on a final note — I have to say, Mr. Ding is not only an exceptional solicitor, but also the epitome of a refined, charming and thoroughly gentlemanly Chinese man — handsome, witty, and wonderfully warm. Brilliant at his job, easy on the eyes, and genuinely great company. Truly one of a kind, and highly recommended to the entire world!

Kim Tomlinson

7 months ago

I recently had the pleasure of working with this solicitor firm, Katerina she’s amazing and I can confidently say the experience exceeded all expectations. From the very first consultation through to the final outcome, their professionalism, expertise, and genuine commitment to my case were evident at every stage.

What truly stood out was their clear communication. Legal matters can often feel overwhelming, but they took the time to explain everything in a way that was easy to understand, keeping me informed and reassured throughout the entire process. No question ever felt too small, and their responsiveness was exceptional.

Their attention to detail and thorough approach gave me complete confidence that my case was in the best possible hands. They demonstrated not only deep legal knowledge but also a strategic mindset that ultimately led to a successful outcome.

Beyond their technical expertise, what made the biggest difference was their personable and supportive attitude. They treated me with respect, patience, and understanding, which made a potentially stressful situation much more manageable.

I would highly recommend this firm to anyone in need of legal services. Their dedication, professionalism, and client-focused approach truly set them apart. I wouldn’t hesitate to use them again in the future.

Tarik Mustafa

8 months ago

Highly recommend Rustem Guardian Solicitors. I received excellent, prompt service from them. They are very professional, knowledgeable, and provided highly skilled legal support. Massive thanks to Ella Hughes for representing me, taking the time to explain everything thoroughly, and providing valuable advice. Huge appreciation to Timur Rustem for contacting me and putting my mind at ease. Their guidance, care, and consideration were outstanding and made me feel truly reassured.

Sunjay Monga

I can’t thank Timur and Emilia enough for the incredible support they gave me during an extremely tough and stressful time. From the very beginning, I felt protected, listened to, and in safe hands.

They prepared a clear, well-thought-out statement supported by detailed and highly relevant evidence, which ultimately led to the case being closed with no further action at police level. Despite the other party attempting to submit additional evidence against me, the strength and quality of Tim and Emilia’s representation meant there was no need for further evidence or even another interview. The matter was dealt with decisively and professionally.

Their knowledge, preparation, and calm confidence made all the difference. I genuinely believe the outcome speaks for itself. Even now, knowing I have them to turn to gives me real peace of mind.

Thank you both so much — I’m incredibly grateful for everything you did and your support!

Je Bi

Theo’s case service was second to none. I really appreciated the support he gave me throughout the whole process and felt reassured knowing he was always there when needed.

He explained clearly what was going to happen and took the time to go through what was being said and why. This made everything much easier to understand and helped me feel more confident about each step.

Overall, Theo was professional, approachable, and extremely supportive. His clear communication and guidance made a real difference, and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him.

wisarut hirunbuth

I would like to express my sincere gratitude to Timur Rustem and his team for their excellent service. Timur is highly professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely considerate throughout the entire process. I would also like to thank Noor Elbaradie, who was incredibly supportive and attentive. He consistently made sure that everything went smoothly from the beginning until the end. Thanks to their dedication and professionalism, I felt well supported and confident at every stage. I highly recommend this law firm.

Simon Smith

I have two different cases .I went to a lot of solicitor offices to seeking to help.other lawyers have a bad attitude and no good experience in handling case.but Rustem Guardian solicitor was really helpful me to won the lawsuit.Also one layer who name is Ding Xiao Yang of this company .He was good a solicitor .he helped me preparing case is patience and responsible .When I have some questions about my case he has answered me immediately and responsible give me helpful suggestions to me .Mr Ding is a really good lawyer.he spoken my country language.that make me really easy to talk regarding my case .also this make easy to dealing with my case.he reply my email really good. Every time if I call Mr Ding .he always responds with me . really good lawyer who work with is really important.I am a foreigner.I made some bad friends angry got involved in bad sometimes involved to a police. I need appeal to my case .most solicitor offices told me Gavin up to appeal my case . This will spend a lot of money.but Rustem Guardian solicitor support me a lot of confidence .I had reviewed online feedback .I had my experience with this company.I give 5 start.this company has special translator spoken different languages.that help a lot to different guests.this is my experience with this company

selina D

Aisha

9 months ago

I honestly cannot thank this firm enough for the support I received. Noor Elbaradie was amazing from start to finish, always clear, patient and supportive and made sure I understood everything at every step. Fred was also brilliant, calm and professional and together they made a stressful situation so much easier to deal with. I always felt listened to, supported and in safe hands. I would absolutely recommend this company to anyone needing legal support. Thank you again

Flori Flori

I would highly recommend Rustem Guardian Solicitors to anyone, and I would particularly like to thank Noor Elbaradie and Abigail Bache. Noor was very attentive and professional, helping throughout the process. It was clear the level of expertise that Noor and the team have, with a very impressive attention to detail, making me feel at ease. I could not recommend them highly enough.

Jamel M

10 months ago

Thank you so much to Geo ,Theo and Rustem Guardian Soliciters. Genuenly the most down to earth and profesional people i have been bleesed to have handled my case. Comunication was exellent through out my hardship and got me N.F.A after what seemed like forever. Honestly would recomend to anybody going through ANY legal issues. Thanks again 🙏🏽

Nick

12 months ago

I would like to sincerely thank Tim and the entire team at Rustem Guardian Solicitors for their outstanding service. Ella did an amazing job, and when Katerina took over the case, she immediately made me feel at ease with her professionalism and deep knowledge in presenting our defence.

You can tell the level of expertise and care the moment you walk through the doors of their office — it instantly puts you at ease.

It really could have gone either way, especially as I was too ill to attend the case in person, but I was found Not Guilty following a successful submission of no case to answer.

Thank you once again to the whole team for your dedication, support, and professionalism.

Charlie Rechten

1 year ago

A very professional firm who really care and go above and beyond for you. Geo Song was especially helpful throughout the whole process, providing me with all the information I needed, assisted me with any queries I had, and was always very responsive.
Timur represented me and got me the best possible outcome; he went into detail and made sure he understood everything around my case, and overall, provided the best legal representation I could have asked for. Could not recommend Rustem Guardian Solicitors highly enough!

Ezrah Quailey

4 years ago

My experience with Rustem Guardian solicitors has been very professional coupled with clear advice that made the whole process much easier to understand. I would like to give a big thank you to Natasha Green and Tim Rustem who both always found adequate time for communication/replies. All office staff were very polite and efficient hence why I would highly recommend the firm to anyone in search good solid legal advice.

Trevon Whyte

Katherine from the firm was very supportive & straight forward about every situation. Supported me with my case and kept good morale through out a very difficult case. I really appreciate the help I got. She kept it very brief and made it easy to understand with this very difficult case, and altogether it worked out for the better with my freedom being granted. Thank you so much Kathrine!

Prashanth Dhananjayan

Rustem Guardian is outstanding in all respects. The lawyers attending my case were highly competent, courteous and empathetic; it felt as though they took a personal interest in my case. Because of their excellent correspondence, any questions I had were cleared immediately and I felt taken care of and reassured every step of the way.

Most importantly, I was going through financial hardship at the time I needed representation and the firm quoted their fees and broke it up into installments such that it was affordable for me. They really went above and beyond for me. Tim, Des, Natasha and Simeon, I couldn't thank you all enough for getting me through the toughest times.

Aaron B

My experience with Rustem Guardian Solicitors has been amazing from day one. Ella Hughes has been extremely helpful with chasing up leads and reassuring me I was in safe hands from the beginning. Senior Solicitor Mr Des Jenson who represented me in court was absolutely phenomenal. His ability to retain information and deliver when necessary was brilliant. These two really went the extra mile for me and I can't thank them enough. I would highly recommend Rustem Guardian to anyone seeking 5 star representation.

R H

This past year has been quite the challenge for me, but Rustem Guardian's have been professionals from our first meeting and I'm quite satisfied with the astounding work put into my case. I would like to give a special thank you to Natasha for all the hard work, but also for being compassionate and answering all my questions and worries. I would also like to thank you Tim for the incredible work, thought and care that went into my case.

I'm quite satisfied with the development in my case, and I would have no hesitation in recommending Rustem Guardian.

RG secure acquittal for their client

Murder and Manslaughter Acquittal at the Old Bailey

Controlling and Coercive Behaviour Acquittal

RG successful in defending client charged

RG Successful in appealing a conviction from the Youth Court

RG Secures not guilty verdicts for client

Rustem Guardian Solicitors Anniversary

Challenging VAT Security Notices

Acquittal on Eight-Count Indictment at the Old Bailey

Noor Elbaradie secures acquittal – trial for death by careless driving.

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